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Worducopia
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Book reviews, author interviews, discussion and enjoyment of books of all kinds with a special emphasis on literary fiction, writing craft and quality YA fiction.
Recent Posts
What Else But Home--Michael Rosen (book review)
I read What Else But Home after seeing author Michael Rosen speak at Wordstock. His story of the way his family came together captured my heart and imagination, and I couldn't wait to read the memoir. It didn't disappoint.Rosen's 7-year-old son wante...
Family Consititution Q & A
I've read a lot of parenting books. Not as many in recent years because I just haven't felt the need, but there was a time when my kids were little, when I read parenting books instead of fiction. Maybe it was my own version of fiction--imagining the...
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As a one-time counselor and parent educator, I'm well-versed in the mantras of effective parenting: 1) have clear expectations and 2) be consistent.Scott Gale has your back in the Clear Expectations arena. Your Family Constitution: A Modern Approach...
Green Books Campaign: Ecoholic
This review is part of the Green Books campaign. Today 100 bloggers are reviewing 100 great books printed in an environmentally friendly way. Our goal is to encourage publishers to get greener and readers to take the environment into consideration...
Diversity Roll Call: Early Readers
Yes, it's time once again (past time, actually) for another Diversity Roll Call. This week's assignment comes from Mary Ann of Great Kid Books.I have an idea for a color challenge that I would LOVE help with: finding books for early readers (1st and...
Ripley\'s Believe it or Not: Seeing is Believing (Kid review)
Got a pre-teen boy to shop for this holiday season? Even if he's not a reader, I'd bet this book would pull him in. (There's plenty to interest girls, as well, of course).I get a lot of books in the mail, and for my family, the novelty has worn off. ...

